Mad River Glen vs Okemo
Comparing Mad River Glen (VT) and Okemo (VT) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Mad River Glen
Waitsfield, VT
Independent pass
Window price$109
Online (advance)$89
Season pass$649
Okemo
Ludlow, VT
Epic pass
Window price$239
Online (advance)$149
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Mad River Glen | Okemo | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $109 | $239 | Mad River Glen |
| Online (30+ days) | $89 | $149 | Mad River Glen |
| Season pass | $649 | $1,051 | Mad River Glen |
| Annual snowfall | 250" | 250" | Tied |
| Skiable acres | 430 | 1,500 | Okemo |
| Vertical drop | 2,037' | 2,150' | Okemo |
| Runs | 71 | 122 | Okemo |
| Lifts | 5 | 20 | Okemo |
| Summit elevation | 4,017' | 3,308' | Mad River Glen |
| Beginner terrain | 20% | 27% | Okemo |
| Advanced terrain | 50% | 34% | Mad River Glen |
| Average lift wait | 3 min | 10 min | Mad River Glen |
The Match
Mad River Glen is cheaper at the gate ($89 vs $149 entry). Okemo is significantly bigger (1,500 vs 430 acres). Pass affiliation: Mad River Glen is Independent, Okemo is Epic.